The Pitch Blog

The Problem with ‘Clean’ Mockups (And Why We Stopped Making Them)
The Problem with ‘Clean’ Mockups (And Why We Stopped Making Them)
They’re minimal. They’re bright. They’re everywhere. But are ‘clean’ mockups actually helping your product sell—or just making your designs look bland? Here’s why Banana Mockups took a sharp left turn. Read more...
Most Mockups Are Built for Instagram. Ours Are Built for Sales.
Most Mockups Are Built for Instagram. Ours Are Built for Sales.
Pretty pictures don’t sell products. Strategic ones do. Here’s why most mockups fail—and how we flipped the script. Read more...
Dear Designers, Your Work Deserves Better Mockups
Dear Designers, Your Work Deserves Better Mockups
Tired of lifeless mockups that flatten your creativity? You should be. Here’s why settling for mediocre presentation is sabotaging your brand—and what to do about it. Read more...
Mockups Are the New Moodboards: Why Art Direction Matters in 2025
Mockups Are the New Moodboards: Why Art Direction Matters in 2025
In a visual-first world, art direction is no longer optional — especially if you're in the business of selling anything. Mockups aren’t just product previews anymore. They’ve become your silent... Read more...
Can a Mockup Make You Cry? Probably Not. But Ours Might Make You Click.
Can a Mockup Make You Cry? Probably Not. But Ours Might Make You Click.
Emotions sell. But if your mockup is bland, no one’s feeling anything. Discover how Banana’s hyper-realistic CGI mockups trigger curiosity, connection, and conversions—without you lifting a camera. Read more...
What I Learned After 12 Years in Print-on-Demand (and Why Mockups Still Suck)
What I Learned After 12 Years in Print-on-Demand (and Why Mockups Still Suck)
Twelve years in POD taught me this: most mockups are lazy, fake, or flat-out useless. Here’s what’s broken—and what I decided to do about it. Read more...
I Got Tired of Bad Mockups, So I Built My Own (and 200+ Sellers Switched Overnight)
I Got Tired of Bad Mockups, So I Built My Own (and 200+ Sellers Switched Overnight)
After years in the print-on-demand space, I hit a wall — mockups just didn’t cut it. They looked fake, felt lazy, and killed conversions. So I built my own. Now,... Read more...
Mockups vs. Lifestyle Photography: What Works Better for POD Sellers?
Mockups vs. Lifestyle Photography: What Works Better for POD Sellers?
Caught between the high-gloss promise of lifestyle shoots and the control of mockups? Here’s a blunt breakdown of which actually helps you sell more—especially if you're in the Print-on-Demand game. Read more...
The 5 Mockup Poses Every Product-Based Brand Should Have
The 5 Mockup Poses Every Product-Based Brand Should Have
If you're only using one flat lay mockup, you're leaving money on the table. These five mockup poses aren’t just aesthetic choices — they’re brand tools that sell. Read more...
Real Designers Don’t Use Ugly Mockups — And Other Harsh Truths
Real Designers Don’t Use Ugly Mockups — And Other Harsh Truths
If your mockups look like they were made in Microsoft Paint, your designs won’t get a second glance. Here’s the brutal truth: your work deserves better — and so does... Read more...
From Flat to Photorealistic: The Art (and Strategy) Behind High-Converting Mockups
From Flat to Photorealistic: The Art (and Strategy) Behind High-Converting Mockups
Flat designs may look good in your portfolio, but they don’t sell products. Discover how photorealistic mockups bridge the gap between imagination and conversion — and why good design alone... Read more...
From Etsy to Shopify: How to Keep Your Branding Consistent Using Mockups
From Etsy to Shopify: How to Keep Your Branding Consistent Using Mockups
From handmade shops to sleek storefronts, your brand identity shouldn’t get lost in the switch. Here’s how professional mockups help keep your visuals cohesive across every platform — Etsy, Shopify,... Read more...